1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 586 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TD |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
