2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | B3 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
