1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 740 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1950 MG TD | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | TD |
Year Released | 1971 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |