1999 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan 4 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |