2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 MG Midget. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1973 MG Midget | |
Make | Porsche | MG |
Model | 911 | Midget |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |