1988 BMW M3 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 27 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 60 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
