2007 Lexus LS vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 47 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lexus | MG |
| Model | LS | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
