1954 BMW 502 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 MG MGA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 502 | MGA |
Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |