1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1998 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Morgan | BMW |
| Model | Plus 4 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
