1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1965 Bristol 409 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Bristol | MG |
Model | 409 | MGA |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |