1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 73 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Esprit | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
