1959 MG Magnett vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 695 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | MG | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnett | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3033 mm |
