1958 MG MGA vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 53 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 485 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1385 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 |
