2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 530 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
