MG L type Magna (1933 - 1934)

The  L2 Magna had a straight-6, overhead cam engine borrowed from the new MG / Wolseley Hornet. This 1,087cc unit was capable of propelling the two-seater to a blistering 75mph from only 41bhp. The L2 is strictly a two-seater, as the L1 was capable of carrying four passengers. The L Magna had the 12in. brakes that were also being used on the MG J2.1244 cars produced in 2-seater and 4 seater open and closed configurations between 1931 and 1932. Price in 1932 = £250 ex works. Although the extra power was welcome, I do not feel that the car ever handled quite as well as the P series. Wheelbase 2388 mm 94 in   Track front 1067 mm 42 in   rear 1067 mm 42 in   Length 3302 mm 130 in   Width 1308 mm 51.5 in   Height 1270 mm 50 in   Kerb weight 813 kg 1792 lb   Fuel capacity 45.5 litres 10 UK Gal 12 US Gal Type S-6 SOHC 12 valves total 2 valves per cylinder Bore × stroke 57.00mm × 71.00mm 2.24 in × 2.8 in Bore/Stroke ratio 0.8 Displacement 1087 cc (66.333 cu in) Unitary capacity 181.17 cc/cylinder Compression ratio 6.40:1 Fuel system 2 SU carbs Aspiration Normal Coolant Water Specific output 37.7 bhp/litre 0.62 bhp/cu in 0-50mph (80 km/h) 18.00s 0-60mph 24.40s Top speed 125 km/h Power-to-weight 50.43 bhp/ton chassis Engine location Front Engine alignment Longitudinal Turning circle 9.90 m Tyres F 19 x 4.5 Tyres R 19 x 4.5 Transmission 4M Drive RWD Top gear ratio 1.00 Final drive ratio 5.38