2007 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 330 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |