2001 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1993 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 530 (411 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 530 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 530 | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |