1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | Interceptor | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
