2008 BMW 318 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
