1958 MG Magnett vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 715 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Magnett | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
