1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1986 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1986 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 600 | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 408 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2450 mm |