1985 BMW 324 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 324 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |