1950 Morris Six vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Six | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Six | R |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
