1956 MG MGA vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1956 MG MGA | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | MGA | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |