1967 MG MGB vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1967 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG MGB | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | MGB | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |