1949 MG TD vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 46 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 524 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TD | 968 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
