1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 55 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2003 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zephyr | TF |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
