1953 MG TD vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1953 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | MG | Ascari |
| Model | TD | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 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 | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2636 mm |
