2009 BMW 630 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1956 MG MGA. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 630 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
