1959 BMW 600 vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 MG Midget is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 MG Midget weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1974 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1974 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 600 | Midget |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |