1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 230 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
