1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1967 MG MGC | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | MGC |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |