2006 BMW 530 vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1966 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | MGC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
