2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z9 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2032 mm |
