2005 BMW 330 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
