1967 Jensen FF vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 10 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | FF | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
