1976 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz E | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
