2006 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 330 | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 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 |