1999 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4

To start off, both 1999 BMW V12 and 1999 Morgan Plus 4 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 1999 BMW V12 has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW V12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW V12 1999 Morgan Plus 4
Make BMW Morgan
Model V12 Plus 4
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5990 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 909 Nm 177 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 920 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2500 mm