2008 MG TF vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TF | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
