2010 Ford F-250 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1905 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-250 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | F-250 | MGA |
Year Released | 2010 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6253 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2390 mm |