2007 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Morgan Aero 8 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Aero 8 | 123 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |