2008 BMW 320 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 320 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
