1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 230 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |