2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1981 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1981 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | Z4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
