1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. 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 SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SL | 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |