2001 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 973 kg more than 2003 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 745 | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |