1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Morgan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 4 | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |