2009 BMW 135 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 135 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 301 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 18.3 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 | 1525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
