1996 BMW 745 vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1965 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1965 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 745 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
