1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1959 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | MK 10 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
