1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 380 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 308 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
