1967 MG MGC vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGC | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
