2008 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 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 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1974 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1974 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 320 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
