1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 745 kg more than 1953 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Thunderbird | TD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
