1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1176 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | S | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1896 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
