2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 422 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 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | TD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 87 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |