1954 Buick 40 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 MG Magnett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 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 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | 40 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
