1986 BMW 730 vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 36 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 725 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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 730 | TD |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
