1960 MG MGA vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1960 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | MG | GMC |
| Model | MGA | Savana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3429 mm |
