2009 BMW 530 vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | MGB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
