2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 330 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
