1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 410 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
