2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget.
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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1961 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1961 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | E | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
