1949 MG TD vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1963 Rover P5 is newer by 14 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 844 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 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 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | MG | Rover |
Model | TD | P5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |