2007 BMW 330 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
