1972 MG MGB vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGB | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1002 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
