1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 51 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, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF 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 213 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | TF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
