2008 BMW 530 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1964 MG Midget.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 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 | 1590 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
