1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | S | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
