1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 622 kg more than 1958 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Caprice | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
