2001 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 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 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 940 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1993 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 730 | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |