1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 400 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2500 mm |