1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 308 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
