1949 MG TD vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 61 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 621 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
