1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 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 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 560 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |