2007 BMW 545 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1956 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 545 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
