1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 250 | TF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
