1960 MG Magnett vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Magnett | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
