2009 BMW 745 vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1960 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 745 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
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 | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |