2007 BMW 760 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 760 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3350 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 | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |