1959 MG Magnett vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 168 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | Magnett | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3970 mm |
