1975 Ford LTD vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1975 Ford LTD is newer by 25 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1950 MG TD.
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, 1975 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | LTD | TD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
