1954 MG Magnett vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Magnett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
