1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1989 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 739 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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Thunderbird | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Thunderbird | TD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
