1967 MG Midget vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Midget | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
