1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
