1967 MG MGC vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGC | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
