2009 BMW 135 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 135 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |