2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1974 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1974 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 MG MGB. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1974 MG MGB | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 458 Italia | MGB |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 570 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2320 mm |