2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
