2005 MG XPower vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | XPower | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
