1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Volante | Midget |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2032 mm |