1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 250 | 44 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |