1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 62 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), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 702 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| 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 | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 366 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 | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
