2008 BMW 335 vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 335 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
