1966 MG MGC vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGC | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 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 Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
