1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 11 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | 3-Litre | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
