1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 39 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 654 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | Testarossa | TD |
Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1530 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |