1999 BMW 529 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 529 | Aero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |