1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1953 Morris Six is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 220 | Six |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 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 | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
