1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGC would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 MG MGC. (149 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGC.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | MGC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
