2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 42 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 870 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 456M | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
