1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 10 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 (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | W 111 | Minor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |