1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1957 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 380 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
