1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 40 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 530 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | MGA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
