1952 MG TD vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 54 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 940 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG TD | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TD | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
