1962 MG MGB vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGB. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGB | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGB | Senator |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2690 mm |
