1962 Maserati 151 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 151 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | 151 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3942 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
