2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | 911 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
