1999 BMW 318 vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
