2006 BMW M3 vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1963 MG MGB | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | M3 | MGB |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |