1957 Morris Isis vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (523 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Isis | SL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2585 mm |
