1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 46 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 475 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | TD |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
