2001 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 320 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
