1959 MG Magnett vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 425 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | Magnett | 523 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
