2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 778 kg more than 1949 MG TD.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Lumina | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1654 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
