1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SE | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |