1994 BMW M5 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 911 kg more than 1953 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M5 | TD |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
