1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Guara | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
