2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 1050 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.
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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 44 | M6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |