1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 190 | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 133 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
