1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Six |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
