2009 BMW 530 vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1951 MG YB. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | YB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
