2009 BMW 120 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1972 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1972 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 120 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |