2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett.
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 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | GMC | MG |
| Model | Envoy | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
