1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 2003 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 1602 | TF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
