2003 BMW 645 vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 645 | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |