1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 2 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | W 111 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
