1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 914 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Volante | MGA |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 1814 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |