1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | W 110 | 44 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |