1966 MG Midget vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | MG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Midget | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
