1957 MG MGA vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 787 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | MGA | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
