1980 BMW 628 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 628 | Midget |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2787 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2032 mm |