1988 Buick Estate vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 785 kg more than 1957 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Estate | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
