1973 BMW Touring vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 MG MGC (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1969 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Touring | MGC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
