1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 80 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | 420 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 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 |
