2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 335 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2087 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
