1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 187 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | MGC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
