1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 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 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
