2005 BMW 325 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 594 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 325 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
