1983 BMW M6 vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M6 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1505 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
