1949 MG TD vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 51 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 184 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | MG | TVR |
| Model | TD | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
