2001 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1973 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 730 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
