2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 650 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |