2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |