1949 MG TD vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 644 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TD | Passat |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1983 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
