1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 299 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Guara | TD |
Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |