2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1972 MG MGB
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1972 MG MGB. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1972 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | TE-50 | MGB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
