1959 MG MGA vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1979 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
