1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2002 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 600 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
