2008 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 330 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
