2007 Morgan 44 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan 44 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Morgan | BMW |
| Model | 44 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
