1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 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 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
