2000 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2000 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2000 Morgan 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:
2000 Morgan 4 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 316 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |