1957 MG Magnett vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1957 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Magnett | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
