2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 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 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-8 | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
