2009 BMW 120 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1988 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 120 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |