2006 BMW 760 vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1974 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 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 760 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2040 mm |
