1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 400 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
