1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Monteverdi | MG |
| Model | Berlinetta | MGB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
