1960 MG MGA vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 53 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), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2895 mm |
