2009 BMW 535 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 535 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
