1950 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 2068 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1950 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Morgan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Plus 4 | SL |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |