1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1960 MG MGA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1960 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 16 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 | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
