2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 MG MGB. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | MGB |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
