2004 BMW 525 vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1967 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
