1967 MG MGC vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1967 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | MGC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3302 mm |
