2009 BMW M3 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
