1959 MG Magnett vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1438 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | MG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnett | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3665 mm |
