1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
