1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1962 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 400 | MGA |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |