1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1955 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1955 MG Midget. 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.
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1979 Ferrari 308 | 1955 MG Midget | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 308 | Midget |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |