1959 MG Midget vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1959 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Midget | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Midget | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
