2011 BMW 120 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 120 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
