1959 MG Magnett vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett.
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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | Magnett | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
