1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 MG MGB.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG MGB. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1974 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1974 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1974 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 200 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
