2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1953 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 360 | TD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
