1971 Morris Marina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (523 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marina | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2585 mm |
