1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 MG Magnett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
