2006 BMW 550 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 550 | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |