1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 548 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
