2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Ram | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
