2009 Infiniti M vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 984 kg more than 1963 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti M | 1963 MG Midget | |
Make | Infiniti | MG |
Model | M | Midget |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |