2008 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW M5 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 M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M5 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 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 | 1830 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |