1988 Buick Electra vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 700 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.
Because 1950 MG TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Electra | TD |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
