1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 23 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), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 380 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 308 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 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 | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
