2009 BMW 330 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 948 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 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 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 | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
