2001 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1969 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |