1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 375 kg more than 1960 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 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
