1957 MG Magnett vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 635 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 328 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Magnett | 328 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
