2009 BMW M5 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1974 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M5 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |