2003 BMW M3 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
