1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 MG MGB 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 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
