1998 BMW 320 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 170 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, 1998 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 320 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
