1953 MG TD vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 57 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1527 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | MG | GMC |
| Model | TD | Savana |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3429 mm |
