2000 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (322 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 528 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
