2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 325 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |