1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | MGA |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
