1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | W 111 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
