1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 12 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 499 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | SE | TD |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |