1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 190 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
