1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Testarossa | MGB |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
