1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 22 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 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 672 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 350 | TD |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
