1996 BMW 523 vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1953 MG YB. 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 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 523 | YB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
