2006 BMW M3 vs. 1954 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1954 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1954 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
