2009 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 120 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |