1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C 111 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
