1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
