2008 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 780 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.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1995 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1995 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 550 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |