1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z3 | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |