1957 MG Midget vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 MG Midget. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Midget | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Midget | 118 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1465 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
