2009 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |