1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 830 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | S | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
