1951 MG YB vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 54 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 430 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | YB | 525 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
