1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 MG MGA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 500 Testarossa | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |