2007 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1967 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1967 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1967 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 730 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |