1957 MG MGA vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | MG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MGA | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2954 mm |
