2008 BMW 330 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 59 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 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 629 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1250 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
