2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
