1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | F50 | Magnett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |