1950 MG TD vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 21 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1950 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1950 MG TD | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
Model | TD | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3230 mm |