1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 355 Spider | MGB |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
