2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 41 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 790 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
