2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | C | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
