1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 348 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
