1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4.
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, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
