1950 MG TD vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 54 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 451 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | MG | Samsung |
| Model | TD | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
