2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 565 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1440 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
