2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Morgan 44 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 330 | 44 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |