1990 BMW 316 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG Magnett weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 316 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
