1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 28 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 597 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 260 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
