2002 BMW 332 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 332 | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |