2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
