1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 32 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1296 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Brooklands | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
