1988 BMW M3 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. 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 M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1964 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | M3 | Midget |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2032 mm |