2009 BMW 550 vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 MG YB. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 550 | YB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1250 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
