2008 BMW 530 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
