2008 BMW 735 vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1987 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1987 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 735 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
