1996 BMW 316 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 316 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 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 Weight | 1310 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2032 mm |
