1986 BMW M6 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 MG MGB 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 185 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M6 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 |
