2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | 911 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
