2011 Lexus LFA vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 51 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 580 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LFA | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lexus | MG |
| Model | LFA | MGA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4805 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4505 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2605 mm | 2390 mm |
