2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-350 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2530 mm |
