1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 400 | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 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 |