2008 BMW 335 vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 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 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 335 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
