1954 BMW 502 vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1963 MG 1100 is newer by 9 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, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 502 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
