2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 325 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3946 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |