1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1999 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | S | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
