2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 745 kg more than 1960 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | CL | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
