1995 BMW M5 vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1965 MG MGC | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | M5 | MGC |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |