2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 325 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
