1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1966 MG MGB. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1966 MG MGB | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | 600 | MGB |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2320 mm |