1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 5.8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
