2005 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 320 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
