2007 BMW 760 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1988 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 760 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |