2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1964 MG MGB
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1964 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1964 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 360 | MGB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
