1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | F40 | MGA |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 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 | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |