1958 MG MGA vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 650 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
