1999 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 318 | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |