1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 31 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1647 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | MG |
Model | Silver Spirit | Midget |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2382 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2032 mm |