1958 BMW 502 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, both 1958 BMW 502 and 1958 MG MGA were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 502 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 502 | MGA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 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 | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |