1999 BMW 529 vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 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 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 529 | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |