2009 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M6 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |