1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | S | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1585 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |