1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Deauville | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
