1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 494 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 MG MGB | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Camaro | MGB |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |