2006 BMW 330 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 590 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
