1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aeromax is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aeromax is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (329 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aeromax should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800.
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, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aeromax will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2005 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 2800 | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
