2001 BMW Compact vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 45 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 680 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Compact | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
