2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1969 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1969 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | Z4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
