2009 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1976 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 330 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |