2009 BMW 125 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 125 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
