2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 397 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | TD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
