2009 BMW 335 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 49 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), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 335 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
