1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 373 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 328 GTS | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
