1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 3 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 985 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Sixty | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
