2009 BMW 128 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 128 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |