2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 459 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | Z4 | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1335 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
