1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 11 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 238 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | MGB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
