1959 MG MGA vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
