2004 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | M6 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
