2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 605 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | TD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
