1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1969 MG MGC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGC.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1969 MG MGC | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 GT | MGC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |