2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Charger | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
