1958 MG Magnett vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1211 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | Magnett | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |
