1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 38 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 754 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | XJS | TD |
Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |