1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 230 | 4 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |