1956 MG MGA vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 54 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), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 625 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1956 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1956 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 125 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
