1949 MG TD vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 58 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
Because 1949 MG TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Camry |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
