1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 516 kg more than 1959 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
