2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Aero 8 | 116 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |