2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Aero 8 | M5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2888 mm |