1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 McLaren F1 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1959 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | McLaren | MG |
Model | F1 | MGA |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |