1964 MG MGB vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 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 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG MGB | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGB | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
