2000 BMW 323 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 51 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 644 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 323 | TD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
