1959 MG MGA vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 125 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
