1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 35 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | 420 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
