2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 612 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
