1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 450 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
