1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | 911 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
