2007 BMW 523 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 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 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1962 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1962 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 523 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
