1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 564 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 365 GT | MGA |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |