1973 BMW 3 vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 3 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
