1998 BMW 316 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 316 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
