1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Morris Minor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 320 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |
