2008 BMW 530 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
