2008 BMW 328 vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1994 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 328 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |