1959 MG Midget vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1959 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 MG Midget. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Midget | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Midget | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 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 | 850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
