1957 MG MGA vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA.
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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
