1988 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercedes-Benz S | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | S | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |