1977 Ford Maverick vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1977 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 378 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
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, 1977 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Maverick | MGB |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
