1978 BMW M1 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M1 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2032 mm |
