1993 BMW 840 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 282 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 840 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
