1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 1968 MG Midget is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 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 256 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1968 MG Midget. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 1968 MG Midget | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | 400 | Midget |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |