2009 BMW 545 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1961 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 545 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |