2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 50 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XKR | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
