1989 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Minor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
