2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |