2009 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1968 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 740 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |