1957 MG MGA vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1957 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1992 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 850 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
