2000 BMW 325 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 325 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
