1958 MG MGA vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 860 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | MG | Pontiac |
Model | MGA | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |