2009 BMW 650 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 650 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| 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 | 362 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
