2009 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1974 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 130 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 660 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 |
