1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 42 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 175 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1950 MG TD | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | XJR-15 | TD |
Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |