2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |