2009 BMW 328 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 328 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |