1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 147 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 1500 | TF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
