1981 Buick Estate vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 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 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1955 MG Magnett has manual transmission. 1955 MG Magnett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 1955 MG Magnett | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Estate | Magnett |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |