1958 MG MGA vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 54 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1956 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | MG | Ford |
Model | MGA | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2920 mm |