2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Plus 8 | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |