1968 MG MGB vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 44 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1968 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1968 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGB | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | MG | Aston Martin |
| Model | MGB | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2990 mm |
