2006 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 530 | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |