1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, both 1955 Ferrari 250 GT and 1955 MG Magnett were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1955 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 GT | Magnett |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 107 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |