2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 325 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |