1959 MG Magnett vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Magnett | 318 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
