1971 BMW Touring vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | Touring | Midget |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |