1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 300 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
