2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 44 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 700 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 612 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
