2006 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 530 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
