2006 BMW M3 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1955 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
