1996 BMW 325 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 509 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 325 | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 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 | 1385 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
