1949 MG TD vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1159 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Quantum | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | TD | Quantum |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3120 mm |