1950 MG TD vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TD | C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
