2006 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 318 and 1985 Morgan Plus 4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Morgan Plus 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1985 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 318 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
