2001 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 325 | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |