1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 2 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 177 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1957 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 GT | Magnett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |