1968 MG MGB vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGB | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2270 mm |
