1968 MG MGB vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 20 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 375 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGB | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | MG | Venturi |
| Model | MGB | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
