1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 600 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1798 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 | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2390 mm |
