2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Expedition | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
