2006 BMW 760 vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 760 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |