1957 MG MGA vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 52 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 695 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | MG | Ferrari |
| Model | MGA | F430 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
