2003 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 330 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
