1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 220 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
