2008 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 318 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
