1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 2.8 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
