1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1965 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1961 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 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | 400 | MGA |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |