2004 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 520 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 114 more horse power than 2004 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 520 weights approximately 450 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 520 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 520 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |