2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z4 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
