1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 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 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 300B | TF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
