1949 MG TD vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1697 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | MG | Chevrolet |
Model | TD | Suburban |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3302 mm |