2008 BMW 523 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 523 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |