1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 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 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
