2004 BMW 645 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. Both 2004 BMW 645 and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 645 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |