1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1962 MG MGB
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 MG MGB. 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1962 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z1 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
