1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1952 Morris Six is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1952 Morris Six | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | 320 | Six |
Year Released | 1941 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |