1982 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 945 kg more than 1952 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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | Mark VI | TD |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
