2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1962 MG MGB
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 462 kg more than 1962 MG MGB. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1962 MG MGB | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Ram | MGB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2320 mm |
