1966 MG MGB vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1975 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1966 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGB | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2270 mm |
