1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | TF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
