1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1968 MG MGB | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | F355 | MGB |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 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 | 1350 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |