2007 BMW M6 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1970 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M6 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
