1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Brooklands | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
