2009 BMW 525 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1968 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1968 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | MGC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
