1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1987 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |