1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1953 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 208 | TD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1230 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
