1949 MG TD vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 63 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 1009 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | TD | M3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2761 mm |
