2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | S2000 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
