1956 BMW 507 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1958 MG Magnett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 154 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 507 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3169 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 | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
