1996 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 332 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |