1958 MG Magnett vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 33 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 430 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Magnett | 928 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
