1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1966 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1966 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 BMW 3.3 | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 3.3 | Midget |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2032 mm |