1998 BMW 330 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 880 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
