1955 MG Magnett vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 447 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG Magnett | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | Magnett | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
