1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 MG MGC | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Vantage | MGC |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |