1968 MG MGC vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGC | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
