2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2000 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 325 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |