1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 26 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 390 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Testarossa | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
