2009 BMW 545 vs. 1984 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan Plus 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 208 more horse power than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1984 Morgan Plus 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.
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2009 BMW 545 | 1984 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 545 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |