2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1920 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Arnage | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
