1949 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1949 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minor | CLS |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2874 mm |