1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1954 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | W 111 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
