1958 MG MGA vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
