1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 660 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | SC | Minor |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |