2009 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 650 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |