1949 MG TD vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 444 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 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | TD | Boxster |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |