1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Morgan 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |