2007 BMW 118 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 118 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
