1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1961 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 600 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| 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 |
