1959 MG Magnett vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
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, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Magnett | 914 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
