1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
