2006 BMW 530 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
