2004 BMW 525 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 51 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 781 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | TD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
