1956 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minor | GL |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3076 mm |