1957 MG Magnett vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 490 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 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 325 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Magnett | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
