1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1975 Maserati Bora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 550 kg more than 1952 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 1952 MG TD | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Bora | TD |
Year Released | 1975 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 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 | 1425 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |