1961 MG Magnett vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | Magnett | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
