1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 2 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 450 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.
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 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
