1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 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 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 280 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
