1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina 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 116 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 619 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Marina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
