1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1960 MG MGA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | Ponton | MGA |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
