1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1993 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
