2005 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 330 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
