1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 190 | 44 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |