2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | B3 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
