1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 kg more than 1955 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 S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
