1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 20 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 21 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | W 111 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
