1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
