2009 BMW M5 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M5 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
