1987 BMW 318 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318.
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, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
