1959 MG Magnett vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 192 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3710 mm |
