1950 MG TD vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD.
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, 1950 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1950 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | GT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
