2009 BMW 120 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 120 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| 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 | 169 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
