1963 MG MGB vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1963 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1963 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG MGB | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | MG | Aston Martin |
| Model | MGB | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2601 mm |
