2007 BMW 550 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 599 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1965 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1965 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 550 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
