1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 MG MGB.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | 2-Litre | MGB |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
