2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 694 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 MG TD | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | TD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |