2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-250 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
