1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 44 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1104 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Cadillac | MG |
Model | Fleetwood | TD |
Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2390 mm |