2000 BMW 316 vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 316 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
