1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 47 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, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | 220 | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |