1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 538 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGB |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |