2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F430 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 18.3 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 | 1525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
