1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1958 MG Magnett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB2 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
