1974 BMW Touring vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Touring | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
