1952 MG TD vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1952 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG TD | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TD | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3230 mm |
