1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | W 111 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
