1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | Maranello | Midget |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 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 | 1645 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2032 mm |