1981 BMW 520 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1981 BMW 520 is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 520 weights approximately 80 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, 1981 BMW 520 (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 520 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 520 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
