2009 BMW 550 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 550 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
