1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 29 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 85 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | 420 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
