1957 MG MGA vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | MGA | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1230 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 |