1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 MG MGA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
