1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1956 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1956 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG Midget weights approximately 2 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1956 MG Midget | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 LM | Midget |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 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 | 850 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |