1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | E | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
