2002 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, both 2002 BMW M3 and 2002 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 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 M3 (480 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |