1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
