2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 784 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1963 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1963 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Tundra | MGB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2320 mm |
