1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Miura | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 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 |
