2007 BMW 335 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 335 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
