1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 300B | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |