1949 MG TD vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 949 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 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | MG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TD | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2874 mm |
