2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
