1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 230 | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
