2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-250 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
