1979 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz S | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | S | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |