1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget 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 408 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F40 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
