1959 MG MGA vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 450 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | MGA | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 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 Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2415 mm |