2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 60 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 385 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Express | TD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
