1949 MG TD vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1959 Rover P5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | MG | Rover |
Model | TD | P5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |