1950 MG TD vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 61 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 998 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | TD | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 4379 mm |
