1988 BMW 524 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 524 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
