1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1177 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | E | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
