1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 361 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Six |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
