2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 50 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 713 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Lumina | MGA |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1613 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |