1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 576 kg more than 1948 Morris Six. 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 S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Six |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
