1957 MG MGA vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | MGA | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |