1981 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 745 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |