2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 545 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
