1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 MG Midget. 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 S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | S | Midget |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1610 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
