2008 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 530 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |