1969 MG MGC vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1969 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG MGC | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | MG | Venturi |
| Model | MGC | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
