1967 AC 428 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 5 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 583 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 1967 AC 428 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. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | 428 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
