2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 465 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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 360 | TD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 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 | 1340 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 |
