1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB4 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
