1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 200 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 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Miura | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
