2004 BMW 630 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 43 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 636 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, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 630 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
