2009 BMW 330 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
