1996 BMW 525 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 525 | MGA |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |