2009 BMW 335 vs. 1952 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 335 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
