1953 MG TD vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 860 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1953 MG TD | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | TD | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |