2008 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |