2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F430 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
