1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 MG MGB. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GT | MGB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
