1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 955 kg more than 1964 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | SL | Midget |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
