1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 250 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
