1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 225 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 1952 MG TD | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | F40 | TD |
Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1100 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |