1986 BMW M6 vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M6 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
