2004 BMW 318 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
