2008 BMW 130 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 130 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 18.3 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 | 1450 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
