1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 MG 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG 1100 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
