2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan Plus 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 335 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |