1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | McLaren | MG |
Model | F1 LM | MGA |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |