1962 MG MGA vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA.
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 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGA | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGA | 335 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
