1999 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 BMW 328. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 482 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328. 1999 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 328 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
