1973 MG MGB vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1973 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1973 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 MG MGB | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | MGB | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
