2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1049 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.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Milan | TD |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |