2007 BMW 530 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 860 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
