2001 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 902 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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 740 (410 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 740 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
