1995 BMW 318 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 500 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | TD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
