1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
