1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Riviera | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
