2004 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 730 | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |