1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT 40 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
