1951 MG YB vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1951 MG YB. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | YB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
