2009 BMW 730 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1956 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 730 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |