1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1962 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 Z3 (180 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
