1949 MG TD vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 52 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 624 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | MG | GAZ |
| Model | TD | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
