2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | Concept Eight | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2390 mm |
