1949 MG TD vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 64 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1118 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | MG | Cadillac |
| Model | TD | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
